Nashville Diabetes Dentist

Heart attacks are on the rise in young adults. Researchers are showing a connection between gum disease and heart attacks. The common strain of bacteria in dental plaque causes blood clots, which can induce a heart attack when they are released into the blood stream.

These findings are the first to link bacteria to the formation of potentially fatal blood clots. In studies they have found that heart disease is twice as high in people with periodontal disease, although researchers don’t know why. Finding the potential biological reason in laboratory test, colleagues removed dental plaque and injected it into rabbits. The bacteria injected into the rabbits caused blood clots and it only took minutes for
the blood clots to form. Rabbits were used for testing this hypothesis, because research has proven that rabbits are a good model for testing heart disease and heart attacks in humans.

When plaque builds up it causes the gums to form chronic inflammation. This could be involved in causing inflammation of the lining of blood vessels that leads to the build-up of plaque in the arteries.

Studies have proven that a bacterium in plaque are also linked to a higher risk of delivering premature babies with low birth weights, and diminishes the response to vaccines against hepatitis B and influenza. It can also make a person have a weak immune system, and cause wounds to heal at a slow pace. It can cause lung infections in people who have COPD.

Bacteria rest in pocket caused by bone loss where teeth are attached. We always communicate with our patients about the serious risk of poor dental hygiene. You can reduce the risk of disease linked to dental bacteria by
having your teeth cleaned on a regular basis and floss daily. Remember, only floss the teeth you want to keep, don’t worry about the rest of them! If your teeth are decaying and your gums are red and sore, then you need to see a dentist. It is important that everyone practice good dental hygiene. Not only will you have a healthier smile, but it also could just save your life.

No Matter What You Have Heard…

Not All Dentists Are The Same

A report published in The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice stated: “The dental profession is SEVERELY LACKING in this (diabetes care) knowledge base at a time when the disease is nearing epidemic proportions.” If you are diabetic, YOU NEED a dentist thoroughly knowledgeable about YOUR special needs.

Together, we can make an important and significant difference for you. You can take responsibility for your health and your life. Take advantage of our FREE EXAM offer. You’ll be glad you did, it will include any x-rays
needed and a thorough dental exam at no charge to you. Call us today at 1800 FIX MY TEETH

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